GKFix MCQ Question

What is the main difference in structure between white phosphorus and red phosphorus?

• A. White phosphorus is polymeric, red phosphorus is discrete.
• B. White phosphorus is amorphous, red phosphorus is crystalline.
• C. White phosphorus consists of discrete P₄ tetrahedra, while red phosphorus has a polymeric chain structure.
• D. White phosphorus is black, red phosphorus is white.